Breast Reconstruction

Advanced techniques and devices enable Dr. Lettieri to create more naturally appearing breast. Breast reconstruction is one of the most emotionally rewarding surgery’s performed for women today.

Breast reconstruction surgery is chosen every year by thousands of women who have lost a breast(s) due to disease or trauma or women who choose prophylactic mastectomies because they are in high risk categories. Others include women who need revisional post mastectomy reconstruction. mastectomy surgery, or nipple tattoo. Regardless of the reason, because of new advanced techniques and devices – Dr. Lettieri can create a breast that comes close in form and appearance to a natural breast. This has made it a very emotionally rewarding surgery for women.

A surgeon who performs reconstructive surgeries must possess a thorough understanding of the intricacies of the human anatomy in order to be equipped to do these surgeries. This is because there is more intricate involvement with the anatomy during this type of surgery.

Dr. Lettieri has been performing and perfecting Breast Reconstruction surgeries for over 20 years and is known as a skilled surgeon who is an expert in reconstructive surgeries of the breast.

REASONS FOR BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY:

RECONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUE
The technique of breast reconstruction is not the same for every person. Dr. Lettieri will determine which is best for you as this often depends upon the type of surgery originally performed. After the reconstruction surgery, Dr. Lettieri will discuss reconstruction of the nipple areola complex - which is normally done under local anesthesia. Your surgery will be tailored to meet your needs and to achieve optimum results.

IMPLANTS
Are used as temporary breast tissue expanders and later replaced with permanent reconstructive breast implants. These are normally used in cases where patients have had mastectomies due to breast cancer or non-malignant disease.

Dr. Lettieri is the only surgeon in South Carolina who can offer his patients both the Inamed style 410 cohesive gel and the Mentor CPG device – and he is among a small, select group nationwide who can offer these to patients. These implants are the most advanced, safest on the market today. They achieve a more natural shape and feel while being very durable and long lasting.

It is commonly recognized that Plastic Surgeons – well trained in a particular area of reconstructive surgery – are also better equipped to perform cosmetic procedures.

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CHOOSING A PLASTIC SURGEON

As with any surgical procedure, it is imperative to choose a surgeon who is not only qualified to perform your surgery – but one who is highly skilled and who has much experience in that procedure. Dr. Lettieri is a double board certified plastic surgeon who has performed hundreds of breast reconstruction surgeries, using his specialized techniques, and he performs them regularly. He understands that helping his patients achieve their realistic goals - not only improves/enhances their physical appearance – but boosts their self-esteem, self-confidence and overall emotional well-being also. Click here for more on Dr. Lettieri and his training.

Dr. Lettieri is an expert in all surgeries of the breast –
and he creates beautiful breasts.

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